🌱 3 COVID Deaths In NW GA + Faith UMC Leaves United Methodist Church

Hello again, friends! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Cartersville Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 84 Low: 59.

Here are the top five stories today in Cartersville:

1. There have been reports of three more COVID-related deaths in NW Georgia this past week, including a fatality in Bartow County. Throughout the state of Georgia, 50 deaths were reported, up from 43 over the past two weeks. Additionally, Bartow County reported it's currently monitoring 71 cases. (Rome News-Tribune)
2. 70 Georgia churches have made the decision to leave the United Methodist Church, including Faith UMC in Cartersville. Last Thursday, the UMC North Georgia Conference stated that 70 congregations representing 9 percent of its churches and 3 percent of its members have chosen disaffiliation. The reason for the disaffiliation appears to be the ongoing debate over homosexuality in the denomination. The official disaffiliation date will be Jun. 30. (All On Georgia)
3. Looking for a new home? There are new listings opening this week in the Cartersville area! Patch and Redfin have teamed up to bring you the latest real estate roundup in the local area. See the specifics at the link. (Cartersville Patch)
4. Today's the day! Nagel's Bagels opens in Cartersville with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting beginning at 11:30 a.m. this morning! Enjoy mimosas, door prizes, and of course, delicious bagels at the 125 W Main St. location. (Patch)
5. Are you or your teen/soon-to-be college grad in need of an internship? Styles Auto Care is offering paid internships with its Summer Internship Program! Click here and look for the Job Seekers/Job Board for more information. (Cartersville-Bartow Chamber via Facebook)

Today in Cartersville:

• "Use YouTube to Grow Your Business" Webinar - Virtual (9:00 AM)
• Mexican Train Dominoes - Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce (2:00 PM)
• Atlanta Braves World Champions Trophy Tour - Savoy Automobile Museum (4:00 PM)
• Knit & Crochet Group - Cartersville Public Library (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services Recruit Class 22-01 began the final days of firefighter training this week with live fire evolutions. Next is Haz Mat class and then on to EMT-R training before graduation. Good luck to those still strong enough to finish! (Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services via Facebook)
• Friends of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites is asking for volunteers on Jun. 18 to re-map trails at Amicalola Falls State Park! You'll begin with a short chapter meeting at 9:00 a.m. in the lodge (downstairs). Then team up to get out on the trails. (Friends of Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites via Facebook)
• Bartow County Library System loves its senior patrons! Thank you for coming out for popcorn and a movie yesterday! (Bartow County Library System via Facebook)

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• Wellness Together Walk-Along At Cumberland Mall (June 21)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.